At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. To provide support to the Facility Management department in the areas of building operations, maintenance, construction, capital improvements and strategic planning for 24 facilities - a total of 1.3 million square feet and more than 2,600 employees. This role ensures that facilities meet environmental, health, and safety standards while optimizing space utilization and maintaining cost-effectiveness. **ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** **80% - Facility maintenance, repair, and operations** Primary focus will be on PGE Facility Management’s two critical sites. Coordinate and oversee contractors, materials and client expectations for routine maintenance and repair of facilities. Assist with managing building systems, operational programs, and projects. Obtain competitive quotes and negotiate contracts for services. Assist in the execution of contract specifications. Assist in coordinating and scheduling maintenance activities, including HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical repairs, and general upkeep. Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules. Make recommendations to improve building and process efficiencies. Conduct regular inspections to promptly identify and resolve issues. Respond to building-related emergencies and major problems or issues at facilities/sites when needed. Partner with Facilities team and other department members to ensure seamless projects for our clients from small repairs and improvements to large capital projects. Assist in keeping accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and capital improvements. **10% - Strategic planning and corporate objectives** Provide recommendations and cost-effective strategies for long-term use of facilities, sites, and associated workspaces. Support and implement best practices consistent with PGE’s Sustainability Policy. Ensure continuing improvement in the energy efficient operation of all facilities. Provide recommendations for upgrades in lighting, controls, and HVAC systems. Coordinate completion of projects and the submittal of required documentation. Assist Facilities Management department with short- and long-term planning for office upgrades, O&M projects, and capital improvements. **10% - Budget planning and financial reporting** Assist in preparation of annual operating and capital project budgets for all facilities. Collaborate with internal departments, Workplace team, and Facilities project managers to survey, evaluate, prioritize, estimate, and recommend capital improvements, operational and maintenance projects for all facilities and sites. Review, control and approve expenditures; process work requests, purchase orders and requisitions. Analyze and evaluate vendors and contracts, determine cost-effective solutions, and provide recommendations. Maintain database for short and long-term office upgrades, capital and O&M maintenance projects. Accurately track time spent on capital and O&M work. **COMMUNICATIONS (description and reason for contacts)** **Internal communications:** Facility Department to interact with co-workers, coordinate work, discuss projects and provide leadership, as needed. Environmental services, Security, Operations, and Safety & Health, to address issues and resolve problems related to workplace environments. Finance and accounting to determine budgeting, project costs, purchasing, work requests, financial reports and payment processing. Other PGE department managers and employees to discuss facility, site and space needs, provide information and resolve issues. **External communications:** Contractors, vendors and suppliers to negotiate pricing, obtain project estimates, administer contracts, and resolve issues. Government agencies to process building permits, discuss code requirements, environmental issues, and fire system inspections. Architects, designers and construction managers to review, describe and interpret drawings, plans, the scope of work and specifications. **CHALLENGES (complexity and diversity of actions)** Balance ongoing work assignments with unanticipated/crisis response assignments. Successfully coordinating and integrating multiple and diverse functions at critical PGE facilities. Interact with government authorities in representing the company on matters related to building permits, codes, and regulations. Meeting design and project management schedules, maintaining budgets while managing client and departmental expectations. Successfully negotiating contracts. Prioritizing projects and workload. Ability to work independently to solve issues while aligning decisions with Facilities strategies and standards. Acquiring working knowledge of multiple complex systems at PGE facilities. **DECISIONS MADE (this position makes the following decisions)** Determine resources necessary to accomplish objectives, set priorities and make appropriate adjustments as needed. Schedule work assignments for outside contractors. Resolve issues, disputes and problems related to employee work environments and determine effective solutions. Make recommendations for capital expenditures based on financial analyses of project cost estimates and payback periods. Prioritize work and establish deadlines subject to budget, client needs, and department goals. **KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE** **REQUIRED** Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree in design, architecture, project management, business or related field or equivalent experience. Experience: Some experience in facilities management or a related field preferred. Basic understanding of principles and terminology of building systems, facility management, project management, and sustainability. Working knowledge and comprehension of construction drawings, specifications, building codes, OROSHA, ASHRAE, ANSI standards, and other governmental requirements. Knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, real estate leasing and incident command system (ICS). Strong and demonstrated aptitude for organizational/project management with excellent customer relations skills. Proficient in MS Office suite and computer literacy. Ability to prioritize tasks and work under deadlines. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Good driving record, personal vehicle available for use, and valid driver's license required. **PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE ABILITIES AND PROCESSES** Substantial ability to learn new skills, terminology, business processes and apply them to the business of facility management. Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate effectively; understand human behavior characteristics and manage client expectations. Substantial problem solving, conceptualization and creativity to evaluate and determine best resolution, to a wide variety of facility/client issues where both standard and non-standard principles and guidelines may exist. Substantial decision-making skills related to business processes and prioritization of work. Substantial flexibility to work in a changing environment. Substantial skills required to work independently, analyze problems, provide solutions and implement plans. Ability to work extended hours to resolve facility issues. Ability to work off-hours and weekends to accomplish project priorities. Ability to respond 24/7 to emergency and non-emergency events at facilities. Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. Ability to use ladders to access rooftop locations. Mechanically inclined individual will be required. Compensation Range: $72,900.00 - $121,500.00 Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis. PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) . **Join us today and power your potential!** Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric. PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at dei@pgn.com . To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.